Edinburgh,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MSc Human Osteoarchaeology in Edinburgh United Kingdom | The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
|
Edinburgh United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
29,900
(c. USD39,894.08)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
The study of human skeletal remains offers the most immediate window into past ways of life, with scientific examination providing unparalleled understanding of our shared history.
Bioarchaeology, sometimes called osteoarchaeology (the analysis of archaeological human remains), forms a specialized branch of biological anthropology. This dynamic interdisciplinary domain employs diverse methodologies, from macroscopic skeletal observation to microscopic biomolecular investigation. Population changes, ecological transformations, human movements, daily habits, various illnesses, and the consequences of warfare all imprint themselves on bones.
This Master's program equips students with essential competencies to:
analyze skeletal life histories
utilize sociological frameworks
contextualize human remains culturally for both individuals and communities
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
A UK 2:1 honours degree, a minimum US 3.25 GPA or international equivalent, in a relevant subject such as Archaeology, Anthropology, Anatomy, Medical Sciences and related fields. No previous knowledge of human osteology is required. Depending on the number of eligible applicants, we may need to limit the number of students admitted, based on academic merit.
IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 100 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
IELTS Academic: total 7.0 with at least 6.0 in each component.
TOEFL-iBT (including Home Edition): total 100 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements.
Tuition
GBP
29,900